Raffle for Charity Purposes
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Question
Hello, as part of fundraising for a bridal fund project at the seminary, a Chinese raffle is being held. There is an option to purchase tickets and enter the raffle. 1. There are donors who give money and do not wish to enter the raffle. Can their money be used to enter the raffle on behalf of the fundraiser? 2. There are additional benefits for those who purchase a package. Is it permissible to combine several donors together without asking their opinion and join a large package? They do not suffer any harm from this, but it benefits the fundraiser. 3. Is it permissible to use tithe money to purchase raffle tickets for charity purposes? Since the project is underway, we would appreciate a prompt response.
Answer
Hello
A - B. Permitted. Provided it is not known that the organization strictly prohibits doing so.
C. Permitted.
Source
According to the instructions of the Gaon, Rabbi Avraham Fried, shlita